Picture of traffic cops in Chiang Mai getting drunk causes outrage

Social media was rife with comment this weekend after pictures of two traffic officers were uploaded that appear to show the men drinking whilst on duty in Chiang Mai.

The picture of the two officers surrounded by several jugs and bottles of what appears to be beer has prompted a response from the Chiang Mai police who confirmed that the officers did belong to the Chiang Mai police force and had since been transferred back to base following an internal investigation.

According to the Chiang Mai Police Facebook page the officers will be asked to explain their actions and if found guilty will be punished in accordance with regulations.

The officers had reportedly been accompanying a group of tourists in tuk-tuk’s around the city.

The statement reiterated that Chiang Mai police officers are expected to carry out their duty’s with exemplary behaviour.